But in recent years, the rumors in Nora about Emmon's mishap have grown increasingly rampant. The congress apprehended several troublemakers with ulterior motives, discovering them to be spies from the Council of Ten Thousand Clans. Afterwards, they were publicly sentenced to death, which gradually quieted the rumors. Yet, as long as Emmon didn't emerge, such fear would remain unresolved.
Supreme Council.
The seats at the round table had increased to twenty-four. Five new Barbarian Lords were added, alongside the Heavenly Will. The latter needed to restore its strength, entering seclusion after the great war, and rarely participated in meetings. Thus, the Five Barbarian Lords served as its spokespersons.
But before the seat belonging to Emmon, there was only emptiness.
The assembly was steeped in silence.
The Frost Witch suddenly spoke: "Should I go to Emmon Mansion and have a look?"
